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 Watercolors by Architect Steven Holl Displayed in BejingNew York's Frederieke Taylor Gallery exhibited a series of 10 watercolors (each in a limited and personalized edition of two) by architect Steven Holl at the China International Gallery Exposition (CIGE), which took place in Bejing from April 25 to April 28.Holl produced these watercolors throughout the design process of a number of his projects in China. more todaysf... (132) design directory Steven Holl Architects > Architects added by Levent OZLER |
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 Elgin Architecture Firm Proves a Big Win for Former Little League TeammatesLong before green-friendly construction picked up speed in the United States, Bruce Dahlquist and Dwain Lutzow knew that eco-friendly properties were not just for hippies and tree huggers."We've got to take care of where we live," said Lutzow, the CEO of DLA Architects Ltd. The Elgin-and Hinsdale-based architecture firm marked its 25th anniversary this year, and has committed to making eco-friendly designs a fundamental aspect in every commercial and residential blueprint generated. The pair tries to adhere to environmentally friendly guidelines such as maximizing daylight in lieu of turning on interior lights, using low-flow plumbing fixtures that minimize water usage and employing regional materials that diminish the use of gas during transportation. more news.me... (11) added by Levent OZLER |
 Richard Meier & Partners: Complete Works 1963-2008From the early days as a member of the New York Five, Richard Meier has been a central figure in contemporary architecture in the United States.With the Getty Center and more recent buildings such as the Jubilee Church in Rome, the New Yorker has cemented his reputation as a truly international figure who has expanded the horizons of contemporary American architecture while maintaining his rigorous approach to design and detailing. Known for carefully conceived grid plans and frequent use of white, Richard Meier is a master of light and space, able to adapt his style to very different circumstances and locations. The entire span of Meier's career, right up to his most recent designs for New York and Shenzhen, is included in this exceptional volume, created in close collaboration between the architect, the author, and the eminent graphic designer Massimo Vignelli. This spectacular monograph displays Meier's work in unprecedented size and brilliance, and features a preface by the noted Spanish architect Alberto Campo Baeza. more Richard Meier & Partners: Complete Works 1963-2008 design directory Richard Meier & Partners: Complete Works 1963-2008 > Architecture Books added by Levent OZLER |
 US CAD to Present Autodesk Workshops, Exhibit Sustainable Design SolutionsU.S. CAD, the Western U.S.'s largest provider of computer-aided design (CAD) services and products, will present Autodesk workshops and seminars and exhibit sustainable design solutions as part of its Silver Sponsorship involvement in the Ecobuild America and AEC-ST conference, May 19-22, 2008 at the Anaheim Convention Center in Anaheim Calif.U.S. CAD will exhibit next to global design solutions leader Autodesk, and will feature sustainable design solutions with an emphasis on Green Building and LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) certification. U.S. CAD will present the entire Autodesk track of training at the show. These comprehensive sessions will feature the Autodesk 2009 design solutions that bring green design ideas to reality faster than ever. Participants can learn what's new in AutoCAD 2009 and attend industry breakouts on the latest Autodesk applications for architecture, civil engineering, interior design, MEP (mechanical, electrical, plumbing), structural engineering and geospatial solutions. Industry experts will demonstrate how these advanced Autodesk solutions support the decision-making process in such critical areas as low-impact design, sustainability and project coordination. more US CAD to Present Autodesk Workshops, Exhibit Sustainable Design Solutions added by Levent OZLER |
 Design Awards & Building Type Awards 2008The AIA New York Chapter 2008 Design Awards exhibition is a showcase of the 2008 award-winning projects in three categories - Interiors, Architecture, and Projects.Selected from international, national and local submissions, these projects spotlight the extraordinary achievements in architectural design excellence in New York City and around the world. The AIA New York Chapter 2008 Biennial Building Type Awards program has been established to recognize excellence and innovation in specialized design fields and to honor the architects, clients, and consultants who work together to improve the built environment. The 2008 design categories are: Educational Facility Design, Sustainable Design, and Urban Design. event (ended) current design events more info www.aia... (195) design directory Center for Architecture > Architecture Galleries added by Levent OZLER |
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